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10-18-2014, 12:44 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Ventura County, California
Trailer: 2015 Escape 17A
Posts: 2,368
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We're officially on the books
Well, we decided. And we were jolted a bit to do that.
A couple of days ago, I happened to click on the "Production Schedule" on ETI's website, and noted that all the August dates for the 17 production were gone. We had planned to visit ETI in November, check it out and then decide. But an e-mail dialogue with Chrystal at ETI yesterday changed our mind. As of today, we called, put up our deposit, and we are on the schedule.
Sept. 18, 2015 is our new 17's birthday.
As of tonight, Oct. 14 is the only date left for 17's. Wow. We "just" made it. (We really had pretty much decided, yes, when we got Pat's tour of her 19 last week.)
All I can say now is, if you are on the fence, the window for 2015 is closing fast. Our due diligence in research made the decision to buy an Escape a very straight forward and comfortable one. We wish you well if you're considering it.
Don & Teresa
17 in September
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10-18-2014, 06:14 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Trailer: 2014 Escape 19
Posts: 895
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Congratulations! Now the fun begins on creating your one of a kind Escape.
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Kevin
Thanks to the interstate highway system, it is now possible to travel across the country from coast to coast without seeing anything - Charles Kuralt
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10-18-2014, 08:58 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: Canyon Lake, Texas
Trailer: 2015 19 "Past Tents", 2021 F150 Lariat 2.7L EB
Posts: 10,225
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dfandrews
Well, we decided. And we were jolted a bit to do that.
A couple of days ago, I happened to click on the "Production Schedule" on ETI's website, and noted that all the August dates for the 17 production were gone. We had planned to visit ETI in November, check it out and then decide. But an e-mail dialogue with Chrystal at ETI yesterday changed our mind. As of today, we called, put up our deposit, and we are on the schedule.
Sept. 18, 2015 is our new 17's birthday.
As of tonight, Oct. 14 is the only date left for 17's. Wow. We "just" made it. (We really had pretty much decided, yes, when we got Pat's tour of her 19 last week.)
All I can say now is, if you are on the fence, the window for 2015 is closing fast. Our due diligence in research made the decision to buy an Escape a very straight forward and comfortable one. We wish you well if you're considering it.
Don & Teresa
17 in September
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Wow! When we ordered the lead time was around 7 months and now its almost a year! Think maybe they're a little busy at ETI?
Congrats on your order.
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"You can't buy happiness, but you can buy an RV. And that is pretty close."
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10-18-2014, 10:10 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Ventura County, California
Trailer: 2015 Escape 17A
Posts: 2,368
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Thanks.
I expect that we'll report a full, full house when we see ETI's production line in November.
And Crystal, I apologize for misspelling your name.
Don & Teresa
17 in September
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10-18-2014, 10:42 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Bellingham and Glacier, Washington
Trailer: 2013 Escape 15A
Posts: 2,067
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Congratulations, Don and Teresa, and welcome to the forum. When I placed my order, the wait time was only about 3-4 months but I chose a seven-month-out date for pick-up. I needed all that time to figure everything out and even then was in a bit of a panic at the end. Enjoy your planning period as it will go fast!
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Karen Hulford
2013 Escape 15A, "Egbert"
'93 Ford 150 XLT or
'22 GMC Acadia Denali
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10-18-2014, 10:59 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Burlington, Vermont
Trailer: 2014 17b/ 2012 Chevy Colorado
Posts: 736
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Hi Folks,
My things have changed. Two years ago Escape was offering a discount for trailers manufactured in the winter to keep up volume.
Sorry to add to your to do list, but I don't the Prius C can tow even small trailers and will certainly not have the 3500 lb towing capacity required for your 17' Escape. Lots of folks have used the 2012 or earlier RAV4 6 cylinder with tow package. That is our plan when we pick up ours in two months.
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10-18-2014, 11:36 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Ventura County, California
Trailer: 2013 19 Escape
Posts: 7,210
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Congratulations Don and Teresa ! Glad I could help. Where's your little red wagon ? Seriously hope to see you somewhere camping . Now the fun begins . Pat
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10-18-2014, 11:49 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: Canyon Lake, Texas
Trailer: 2015 19 "Past Tents", 2021 F150 Lariat 2.7L EB
Posts: 10,225
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Quote:
Originally Posted by yardsale
Hi Folks,
My things have changed. Two years ago Escape was offering a discount for trailers manufactured in the winter to keep up volume.
Sorry to add to your to do list, but I don't the Prius C can tow even small trailers and will certainly not have the 3500 lb towing capacity required for your 17' Escape. Lots of folks have used the 2012 or earlier RAV4 6 cylinder with tow package. That is our plan when we pick up ours in two months.
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I think the Prius C reference was tongue in cheek.
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"You can't buy happiness, but you can buy an RV. And that is pretty close."
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10-18-2014, 12:57 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: O town, British Columbia
Trailer: 2014 Escape 21 "Lightning"
Posts: 1,467
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Quote:
Originally Posted by yardsale
Hi Folks,
My things have changed. Two years ago Escape was offering a discount for trailers manufactured in the winter to keep up volume.
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I was gonna say that.
One of the reasons I jumped on buying a demo unit was the apparent time penalty in changing trailer order. All good.
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10-18-2014, 03:39 PM
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#10
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Ventura County, California
Trailer: 2015 Escape 17A
Posts: 2,368
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Prius towing capacity
Here's the proof of the Prius' abilities:
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10-18-2014, 03:43 PM
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#11
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2014
Location: Arvada, Colorado
Trailer: 2015 E'21 - 'Velocity'. Tow: Toyota Tacoma V6, 4X4, manual.
Posts: 1,720
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Do you use a weight-distribution hitch with that rig?
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10-18-2014, 03:46 PM
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#12
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Ventura County, California
Trailer: 2015 Escape 17A
Posts: 2,368
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Alan,
I thought about using a WDH, but a photo of the wagon levitating would have been too unsettling.
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10-18-2014, 03:55 PM
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#13
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Trailer: 1979 Boler B1700
Posts: 14,935
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dfandrews
Here's the proof of the Prius' abilities:
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dfandrews
I thought about using a WDH, but a photo of the wagon levitating would have been too unsettling.
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LOL
... but it would be the back of the Prius being lifted by the wagon. 
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10-18-2014, 05:04 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Ventura County, California
Trailer: 2015 Escape 17A
Posts: 2,368
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True that, Brian.
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10-18-2014, 05:24 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Ventura County, California
Trailer: 2013 19 Escape
Posts: 7,210
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Now that's what I am talking about ! Love it . Pat
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10-19-2014, 06:47 AM
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#16
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Mid Michigan, Michigan
Trailer: Escape 19
Posts: 155
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Congrats!
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10-19-2014, 09:32 PM
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#17
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Clovis, California
Trailer: 2014 Escape 19
Posts: 328
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Looks like that Radio Flyer RV should be in the vintage campers rally, but I'm sure the new ones don't compete with the Escape 15.
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Don't make excuses for failure, seek ways to succeed.
Mark
Blizzy and Dakota (Da Boyz)
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10-22-2014, 10:47 PM
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#18
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Junior Member
Join Date: Aug 2014
Location: Abbotsford, British Columbia
Trailer: Proud new 17B owners
Posts: 11
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Congrats. Escape must be very busy, they are expanding and hiring new staff. Many more escapes to come. I can't wait to use ours; just got a 2 yr old 17B.
Happy camping!!
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